Travel Nurse RN - Emergency Room (ER) / Trauma - $1,696 to $1,791 per week in Independence, MO GQR Healthcare
Independence, MO11 days ago
Highlights
Required Skills: Pediatric care including abdominal pain, asthma, burns, epiglottitis, head injury, hyperglycemia, infections, seizures, skin disorders, urinary tract infections; psychiatric emergencies including acute psychosis, drug overdose, violent behavior, psychiatric hold, suicidal patients; IV therapy and phlebotomy management such as arterial lines, blood product administration, central line care, starting IVs; respiratory management including chest tubes, BIPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, intubation, ventilated patients; medication administration including IV paralytics, sedation, emergency medications, vasopressors; neurological care including CVA; and proficiency in emergency response protocols including triage and isolation precautions. The position includes varied start times with a schedule that demands flexibility, including weekend shifts and covering all ED departments as needed.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Lee's Summit, MO |
Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Lee's Summit, Missouri.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary
Emergency Room (ER) Nurse in a community hospital setting. This role involves providing urgent medical care in a fast-paced environment with a focus on both adult and pediatric patients. The position includes varied start times with a schedule that demands flexibility, including weekend shifts and covering all ED departments as needed.
Job Details
- Position Description: RN/ER with varied start times of 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 12 p.m. shifts. Coverage includes weekend shifts every third weekend, with a 6-week schedule period that involves a combination of Friday, Saturday, and Sunday shifts.
- Certifications and Education Requirements: BLS, NIHSS, ACLS, PALS certifications required. Must have a minimum of 2 years of ER experience and hold an active license.
- Experience: At least 2 years of ER experience.
- Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Skills: Pediatric care including abdominal pain, asthma, burns, epiglottitis, head injury, hyperglycemia, infections, seizures, skin disorders, urinary tract infections; psychiatric emergencies including acute psychosis, drug overdose, violent behavior, psychiatric hold, suicidal patients; IV therapy and phlebotomy management such as arterial lines, blood product administration, central line care, starting IVs; respiratory management including chest tubes, BIPAP/CPAP, ABG interpretation, intubation, ventilated patients; medication administration including IV paralytics, sedation, emergency medications, vasopressors; neurological care including CVA; and proficiency in emergency response protocols including triage and isolation precautions.
- Additional Information: Open to candidates with no prior travel experience but must meet all clinical and certification requirements. Must complete onboarding modules and EPIC training prior to start date.
Benefits
- The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID #1335999. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Emergency Room
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
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